China has possibly received the first direct threat from the ISIS terrorists in what could mark a watershed moment in country's ongoing war against terrorism. ISIS delivered the threat through a half-hour video that was reportedly made by its Uighur Muslim fighters, who hail from China's insurgency prone region of Xinjiang. read more

In a bid to neutralize the growing Islamic threat in the Philippines, President Rodrigo Duterte is seeking China's financial help by way of a loan to be used in acquiring high-powered military arms and weaponry. read more

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The Trump administration on Wednesday warned that it would vigorously defend US national interests against “hostile” powers such as China and Russia, vowing to use “all available tools” to combat unfair practices – a sign that the president may be preparing to erect new trade barriers. read more